7.2 - Hypertension

Question 1

how does the JGA respond to low blood flow to the kidney?

Answer 1

renin secretion

Question 2

angiotensin II raises the BP via what two ways?

Answer 2

1. contracting arteriolar smooth muscle, increasing TPR

2. promotes adrenal release of aldosterone, which increases resorption of sodium in the distal convoluted tubule